1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 495 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
